In this section:
Sensory Services Offered
Sensory Services brochure (download pdf version, 1.32mb)
Methods and Purpose Guide (download pdf versions, 115kb)
Informal Assessment - Comparative product screening using experienced assessors to evaluate food and beverage samples followed by panel discussion
Sensory Difference - Check if perceivable differences exist between two products
Sensory Profile - Characterise the major components of appearance, aroma, flavour and texture that distinguish your products
Sensory Impact - Verify field or factory trial impacts by collecting accurate and consistent information about product comparisons
Benchmark - Know and understand your market competition and review the product category
Consumer Opinion - Explore preferences and attitudes of your products using your target group of consumers who are recruited as required
Quality Analysis - Identify and control undesirable traits, establish sensory specifications or determine product shelf-life
Workshop Presentation - Train key staff in sensory evaluation skills customised to your product lines, for example, sensitivity to bitterness or wine faults
Consulting - Tailor-made solutions including:
- Building a sensory program
- Recruiting a panel
- Designing a robust trial
- Multivariate analysis and interpreting statistical data
Enquiries are welcome for customers to hire the sensory facility to conduct their own tastings or training sessions.
